When you think about the seamless blend of reggaetón and hip-hop, who comes to mind? If you’re scratching your head, let me introduce you to Gabriel Bras Nevares—a name you’ll want to remember. As a dedicated staff writer for HotNewHipHop, Gabriel is passionate about the rhymes and rhythms that connect cultures, a feeling rooted in his rich upbringing in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Since diving into the vibrant world of music journalism while finishing his degree at The George Washington University, he has made waves with insights that explore not just the latest hits but also the deeper, often messy fabric of the hip-hop narrative.
But wait—did you catch his review of Bad Bunny’s concert back in 2024? That’s the type of unique perspective Gabriel brings! With his analytical eye, he’s venturing into hot topics like the supposed “death” of hip-hop and the ongoing saga involving Young Thug. And let’s not forget his concert recaps that capture the electric atmosphere of festivals like Rolling Loud Miami. Gabriel’s words dance off the page, igniting those shared moments we all experience at shows.
This is a voice grounded in passion, sprinkled with humor, and driven by a relentless curiosity to seek out hidden gems in the music scene. Trust me, in a world where everyone seems to have an opinion, Gabriel’s got a story worth hearing. Buckle up because this is about to get interesting!
About The Author
Gabriel Bras Nevares is a staff writer for HotNewHipHop. He joined HNHH while completing his B.A. in Journalism & Mass Communication at The George Washington University in the summer of 2022.
Born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Gabriel treasures the crossover between his native reggaetón and hip-hop news coverage, such as his review for Bad Bunny’s hometown concert in 2024. But more specifically, he digs for the deeper side of hip-hop conversations, whether that’s the “death” of the genre in 2023, the lyrical and parasocial intricacies of the Kendrick Lamar and Drake battle, or the many moving parts of the Young Thug and YSL RICO case.
Beyond engaging and breaking news coverage, Gabriel makes the most out of his concert obsessions, reviewing and recapping festivals like Rolling Loud Miami and Camp Flog Gnaw. He’s also developed a strong editorial voice through album reviews, think-pieces, and interviews with some of the genre’s brightest upstarts and most enduring obscured gems like Homeboy Sandman, Bktherula, Bas, and Devin Malik.